Uzuri Pease-Greene
Oakland,CA
Summary
Hands on Executive Director with a proven track record at Community Awareness Resource Entity, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering community partnerships. Skilled in strategic planning and relationship building, I successfully advocated for underrepresented voices and secured funding through innovative outreach initiatives, driving impactful community development and engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Community Awareness Resource Entity
01.2015 - Current
- Developed organizational strategies to improve operational efficiency and enhance service delivery.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to assess program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted in budget preparation and resource allocation to support organizational objectives.
- Conducted meetings to align team goals with overall mission and vision of organization.
- Engaged in community outreach efforts to build partnerships and foster collaboration with external organizations.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Beautification throughout the community.
- Implemented and maintain gardens in community
- Advocating for residents of housing development.
Community Builder
Bridge Housing Coorporation
10.2010 - 03.2018
- Fostered community engagement through organizing events and initiatives that strengthened local relationships.
- Developed outreach strategies to connect diverse groups, enhancing participation and collaboration within the community.
- Led volunteer training sessions, empowering participants to take active roles in community projects and activities.
- Collaborated with local organizations to identify resources, creating partnerships that benefited community development efforts.
- Advocated for underrepresented voices by facilitating inclusive discussions, promoting equity in community representation and decision-making.
- Served as a liaison between residents and local government officials, bridging potential gaps in understanding and working toward mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to improve access to resources and services for community members.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2020
Bachelor - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ03-2015
Skills
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Relationship building
- Public speaking
- Program leadership
- Innovation and creativity
- Leadership development
- Crisis management
- Partnership development
- Vendor relations
- Client services
- Outreach programs
- Community outreach
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 18 young staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 3 in the development of unhoused resolution to help them find housing and shelter in collaboration with SFPD Chief Scott.
- Helped bring youth to Washington D.C. to participate in Close-Up.
Timeline
Executive Director
Community Awareness Resource Entity
01.2015 - Current
Community Builder
Bridge Housing Coorporation
10.2010 - 03.2018
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor - Human Service Management
University of Phoenix
S.F. Leadership Awared, Emerge Graduate, Community Legacy Award
The award was for always speaking up for community with community. Emerge is an organization that teaches leadership.
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